Notes of: Tobacco

Notes of: Red Fruit

Notes of: Licorice

Notes of: Rose

Notes of: Earthy

Notes of: Cherry

Roagna

Roagna Pira Barolo

Italy, Piemonte

Red wine

4.8

Expert Rating

4.4

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Roagna Pira Barolo is a premium wine produced by the renowned Roagna winery in the Barolo appellation of Piedmont, Italy. The wine is made from Nebbiolo grapes grown in the Pira vineyard, which is known for its unique soil composition and favorable microclimate. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including long maceration and aging in large oak barrels, resulting in a wine that is complex, elegant, and full-bodied. The wine exhibits aromas of red fruit, spices, and floral notes, with a palate that is rich and structured, with firm tannins and a long finish. Roagna Pira Barolo is a wine that showcases the best of Piedmont's winemaking traditions and terroir.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Roagna Pira Barolo is a complex yet elegant wine.On the nose, aromas of ripe cherries and roses are prominent, with hints of tobacco and licorice. On the palate, this Barolo is full bodied, with firm tannins and a balanced acidity. The flavors are a mix of dark fruits, dried herbs, and earthy notes, with a long finish that lingers on the tongue. This wine is an excellent example of what Barolo can be, and is sure to please even the most discerning of wine lovers.

EXPERT RATING

4.8

DRINKING WINDOW

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2055

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Intense

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Full

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

High

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Nebbiolo

ORIGINS

Winery: Roagna

Region: Piemonte

Piemonte, located in the northwest of Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. It is home to some of the most iconic wines, such as Barolo and Barbaresco, and is renowned for its stunning landscapes and centuries-old winemaking traditions. It is also home to the world famous sparkling wine Moscato d’Asti. The history of winemaking in Piemonte dates back to the ancient Romans, who planted the first vines in the region. Since then, the region has become a major producer of some of the world's finest wines. The region's winemaking industry was revolutionized by the introduction of the modern winemaking techniques of the French. This led to the emergence of some of the most iconic wines of the region, such as Barolo and Barbaresco.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.4

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